pag·eant·ry \ˈpajən.trē, -ri\noun (-es) Etymology:pageant + -ry 1.: pageants and the presentation of pageants < ritual pageantries of the British Crown — R.B.Pearsall > 2.: colorful, rich, or splendid display : grand spectacle : gorgeous show 3.: mere show : empty display < was tired of pomp and pageantry >